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Buying & Selling a Business

Are you thinking about buying an existing business and want to know which items you should check first? Or, are you a business owner who wants to sell your business and move on? This portal at Bright Hub's Entrepreneurship Channel is dedicated to giving tips and advice to those considering buying or selling a business, whether you're the current owner or prospective buyer.

If you're on the other side of the fence and looking to sell instead of buy, be prepared to pay the taxes associated with selling your business. Also, check out some of the strategies offered by our panel of experts on how to get the best price possible when making that sale.

Interested in buying a business? If so, you’ll find everything you need to know including how to evaluate a business, perform due diligence, find funding and business partners and even the ins and outs of starting a family business right here...

If you are looking at selling your business, make sure to adopt the correct approach and sell for profit, security, and revenues. Prepare the business for sale by taking stock and preparing a good proposal, spread the word around by every means possible...

So you're ready to buy a business and become an entrepreneur! If you never heard of due diligence and how it relates to buing an existing business, you'll need to discover what it is quick. Skipping the due diligence as a buyer can leave you...

Selling an existing franchise is not the same as selling non-franchised businesses. Jean Scheid takes a look at how to sell your franchise, what you should know, and what issues you'll face during the sales process.

Did you know that the sale of your small business might be subject to tax? When a business changes ownership there are still some final steps the previous owners need to follow through with. These steps include how to report the income or loss of...

Learning how to run a pool business opens up the door to entrepreneurship for home business owners in states where backyard pools are common. Services range from basic maintenance and cleaning to intricate chemical treatments and repairs. Learn here what...

Many entrepreneurs consider closing a small business but don’t know where to begin. Beyond making sure all your vendors are paid, what else should you do when you’re closing down your business? Business owner Jean Scheid, who has opened...

Purchasing the assets of a business in bankruptcy can offer considerable value at significant discounts. This article explores the different types of bankruptcy sales and how to profit from them while avoiding potential pitfalls.

If you own a business and want to sell it, do you know the risks in seller financing? If not, find out some great tips that sellers need to know before they continue to be an investor in their own businesses.

Owning a real estate company can prove rewarding on a variety of levels. Helping families and businesses find the ideal home or facility provides a vital service that can result in substantial financial rewards. This article explains the important aspects...